Open floor plans
Open floor plans have been the dominant architectural trend in new residential construction since about 1990. Currently, open concept...
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John Relyea
- Mar 20
- 1 min
Find the Just-Right Pattern
While distinct patterns aren't a hallmark of modern design, we're giving this one a pass because of its natural blend. The pebble-tile...
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John Relyea
- Mar 12
- 1 min
Try Something Daring
Just because modern style likes simplicity doesn't mean it can't embrace drama. Black and white tiles in crisp geometrics ground this...
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John Relyea
- Mar 6
- 1 min
Bathroom remodels have changed.
Now the name of the game in modern design is clean, streamlined and simple. This soothingly neutral bathroom is a welcome retreat. The...
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John Relyea
- Feb 26
- 1 min
Bathroom remodels are going modern.
Leave the frills to traditional, the patterns to eclectic and the shiplap to farmhouse. Modern bathroom design is all about clean and...
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John Relyea
- Feb 23
- 1 min
A ROOM THAT INSPIRES AND PERFORMS.
Aspire for a kitchen design that feels less like a workspace, and more like a living room. A minimalist approach to form and material...
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John Relyea
- Feb 22
- 1 min
Benefits of a Convenient Kitchen
A convenient kitchen is a well-used kitchen. Plan to make it is easy to get around in the kitchen without continually bumping elbows....
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John Relyea
- Jan 23
- 1 min
ENSURE CONNECTIONS TO THE OUTDOORS
Increasing visual transparency helps any space feel larger and more open. It facilities views, and increases daylight penetration into...
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John Relyea
- Jan 23
- 1 min
Open Up Your Space!
Increasing visual transparency helps any space feel larger and more open. It facilities views, and increases daylight penetration into...
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John Relyea
- Dec 27, 2022
- 1 min
Bathroom Updates Anyone?
Looking to update your bathroom? Wet rooms are one of the most popular trends in recent years, doing away with excess fittings and...
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John Relyea
- Dec 27, 2022
- 1 min
PROMOTE A BRIGHT, OPEN, AND VISUALLY UNCLUTTERED WORKSPACE.
From a practical perspective, it’s difficult to cook in a dark, cluttered, or confined space. From a qualitative perspective, you...
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John Relyea
- Dec 27, 2022
- 1 min
CREATING A DROOL-WORTHY KITCHEN
While a great kitchen layout and well-considered storage contribute to the functionality of your kitchen, they can’t save a poorly...
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John Relyea
- Dec 15, 2022
- 1 min
Holiday Ready Kitchens
The kitchen is arguably the most crucial room in the house. It's where your family, and even guests, gather. It also has to serve an...
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John Relyea
- Dec 15, 2022
- 1 min
The Key to a Functioning Kitchen
The Basics: Firstly, the kitchen needs to function well for food preparation and cooking. Even a small kitchen, when well designed, can...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
Bathroom Updates? Yes please!
Are you thinking about updating your bathroom? Or maybe you're heading in the direction of a new build and you need some ideas about what...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
THERE’S NO DOUBT ABOUT IT – KITCHENS MATTER.
Not only do we store, prepare, and cook our food in this space, the kitchen is often the star “multitasker” in any home. On any given...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
Your Kitchen is the Heart of the Home
Your kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home. Beyond cooking your meals, it’s the room that everyone seems to gravitate...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
Accent Walls Are Not Just for Living Spaces
Homeowners and designers are increasingly using accent walls to amp up interest in the bathroom. One-third of renovating homeowners are...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
Cabinets
Shaker is a good fit in a transitional-style kitchen, which remains the most common choice among homeowners who change their kitchen’s...
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John Relyea
- Nov 18, 2022
- 1 min
Eco-Friendly Kitchen Materials
There’s no doubt that some materials are more eco-friendly than others. Stronger, more durable materials that come from renewable sources...
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